APPRENTICE SERVICE ENGINEERS

At Scot JCB Group, our driving ambition is to offer the best customer service in the industry - so we need the best technicians, trained to a world-class standard. This is where you come in!

We are looking for Apprentice Service Engineers in:

• Aberdeen
• Alnwick
• Carnforth
• Dumfries
• Dundee
• Edinburgh
• Forfar
• Fraserburgh
• Glasgow
• Haddington
• Huntly
• Kelso
• Newcastle
• Perth

Our apprenticeship scheme is perfect for those who are fascinated by all things mechanical and agricultural and are looking to continue their learning journey while also earning a wage and experiencing a workplace environment. Our 4-year apprenticeship programme will provide you with the experience, training and support needed to become a fully qualified Service Engineer.

Who are we?

Our apprenticeship scheme is perfect for those who are fascinated by all things mechanical and agricultural and are looking to continue their learning journey while also earning a wage and experiencing a workplace environment. Our 4-year apprenticeship programme will provide you with the experience, training and support needed to become a fully qualified Service Engineer.

The Agricultural apprenticeship involves:

• Attending SRUC Barony college on block release and completing course work as required as part of the AGCO apprenticeship programme. You’ll graduate with an SVQ Level 3 in Land Based Engineering
• Working alongside engineers in the workshop and out on site
• Carrying out PDI’s on new machines
• Carrying out repairs to second-hand machines
• Building up experience over 4 years to work towards working from your own van
• Adhering to company policies and procedures

The Construction apprenticeship involves:

• Attending Inchinnan college on block release and completing course work as required. You’ll graduate with an SVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance
• Working alongside engineers in the workshop and out on site
• Carrying out PDI’s on new machines
• Carrying out repairs to second-hand machines
• Building up experience over 4 years to work towards working from your own van
• Adhering to company policies and procedures

You’ll learn how to:

• Repair and maintain machines on customers sites as required with manufacturers specification
• Carry out inspections and repairs of machines at our depot as required
• Identify any deficiency or defect likely to affect the safe working of a machine, and raise this with your supervisor
• Complete job cards and time sheets
• Order parts for the jobs you are working on
• Build relationships with your supervisor and other engineers

The ideal candidate will have:

• Genuine interest in agricultural or construction machinery and hands on work
• Qualifications in Maths, English and a practical subject; however we will consider candidates at all levels
• The ability to work well with others and be confident enough to ask engineers questions
• Good interpersonal skills and a good understanding of the importance of excellent customer service
• Good computer skills
• A positive and can-do attitude
• A flexible approach to learning and work

In return you will receive:

• Yearly salary review
• 39-hour basic working week and competitive overtime rates
• Average holiday pay to reflect overtime worked
• 30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service up to a total of 35 days
• The option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave per year
• Uniform, overalls, and computer tablet
• Health and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and more
• Employee Assistance Programme - free counselling and legal advice
• Access to high street discounts and savings through Perks
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance of three times your annual salary
• Employee referral programme
• Manufacturers and in-house training

If you would like to discuss any details about this role, please contact hr@scot-jcb.co.uk

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. The successful candidate will commence their Apprenticeship in Summer 2023.

Click the link to apply: https://www.scot-jcb.com/careers

Tel: 07976 304391 | E-mail: hr@scot-jcb.co.uk
Web: https://www.scot-jcb.com/careers | Closing Date: Not Specified

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